Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Plano, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Illinois is 5.8% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $52,905 in Plano, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Illinois is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% more expensive in Plano
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Plano, IL
Compared to Grand Rapids, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher